Personalfit Tm Sizing - Medela Pump In Style Advanced Instrucciones De Uso

2. Assembly (cont.)
2.2 PersonalFit
1. Medela's PersonalFit sizing
Pumping should not hurt. For maximum comfort and pumping effi ciency, Medela offers fi ve
breast shield sizes.
21
mm
Visit MedelaBreastshields.com to view the full guide to help you determine your optimal size
based on your nipple diameter.
2. Test your breast shield size
1. Start with the 24 mm that came with your pump, or the size determined by measuring.
2. Center nipple and gently hold breast shield against your breast.
3. Adjust for Maximum Comfort Vacuum
4. Refer to images while pumping in expression.
Too Small
• Nipple rubs along
side of tunnel
• Try a larger size
3. Should you try a new size?
• Does your nipple rub sides of tunnel, to the point of causing discomfort?
• Do you see excessive areola being pulled into tunnel?
• Do you see any redness?
• Is your nipple or areola turning white?
• Do you feel unexpressed milk after pumping?
If you answered "YES" to any of these questions, consider trying a new size by following
the measuring instructions above.
If you are still unsure if you selected the correct size, see a lactation consultant,
breastfeeding specialist, or visit MedelaBreastshields.com for assistance in choosing the
right size breast shield.
Caution
• While some discomfort may be felt when fi rst using a breast pump, using the breast pump should not
cause pain.
• If you are experiencing discomfort at the base of the nipple due to rubbing of your breast tissue with the
breast shield tunnel, use of a lubricant such as Tender Care
• For assistance with correct breast shield sizing and comfort please visit www.medelabreastshields.com
or see a lactation consultant / breastfeeding specialist.
20
™ Sizing
27
mm
Nipple
Areola
Correct Fit
Nipple
Areola
• Nipple is centered
and moves freely
Nipple
Nipple
Areola
Areola
Nipple
Areola
30
mm
™ , to achieve optimum suction level.
Too Large
Nipple
Areola
• Nipple and excessive
areola are pulled into
the tunnel
• Try a smaller size
™ Lanolin may be benefi cial.
Nipple
Areola
36
mm
Nipple
Areola
Nipple
Areola